Anna Pykett

Apr 1, 2024 | abc.net.au | Anna Pykett

2024 has delivered a series of damning environmental reports - all with the same sentiment: act now, before it's too late. Last month, the United Nations' weather agency confirmed ocean heat had reached its highest level since records began. Now conservationists are warning this could have devastating impacts on shark populations, as the animals are forced to adapt to warmer waters. Featured: Australian Marine Conservation Society's shark biologist Dr Leonardo Guida.

Mar 27, 2024 | abc.net.au | Anna Pykett

The melting of Earth's ice caps is slowing the rate at which the planet spins. New research suggests this will have implications for how we adjust the world's "UTC" time standard, to keep track of the planet's rotation. Scientists say reducing the rate of climate change will help minimise the impacts. Featured: (talent / voices included)Duncan Agnew, professor of geophysics, University of California, San DiegoMatt King, professor of polar geodesy, University of TasmaniaBroadcast 3 hours ago

Mar 25, 2024 | abc.net.au | Anna Pykett

Sepsis is the number one cause of deaths in Australian hospitals, but a team of University of Queensland scientists is hoping to change that. They've conducted a trial involving more than 900 critically ill children and discovered a blood test that could help speed up diagnosis. It's hoped the new method could save lives, and eventually be rolled out to adults too.

Mar 21, 2024 | abc.net.au | Elizabeth Cramsie |Anna Pykett |James Vyver

Australians are consuming more music than ever and it's not just on streaming services. The Australian Recording Industry Association or ARIA has seen a new record of sales growth for the fifth consecutive year... with vinyl and streaming leading the way. But is the increase in dollars trickling down to artists?

Mar 20, 2024 | abc.net.au | Anna Pykett

Australia and the UK have signed a new agreement to elevate strategic military ties. Discussions between both countries' Defence ministers focussed on the war in Ukraine and the AUKUS submarine partnership. They will now travel to Adelaide for their formal AUKMIN summit, where further announcements are expected.